As of today, the Anti-SLAPP Directive becomes a reality across all EU Member States. A powerful tool to address abusive lawsuits used to silence the truth. Proud to have worked with colleagues in @europarl.europa.eu to make this happen.

Big Tech rules the digital playing field. Parliament wants a fair game, with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) as the rulebook. The European Commission must enforce the DMA quickly and decisively, without compromising the EU’s sovereignty. Learn more: link.europa.eu/WdJDNJ

Members of Parliament stand united with Ukraine. Russia with its allies must be held accountable for war crimes committed. To help the process, Parliament wants the EU to join the International Claims Commission for Ukraine. Learn more: link.europa.eu/mnd9md

Attention journalists! Submissions are now open for this year’s edition of the Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism. Every year, Parliament recognises outstanding journalism that promotes or defends core EU values. Applications close on 31 July. Learn more: link.europa.eu/RMJJ7q

Schuman traineeship applications are now open! In October 2026, for the first time, a limited number of positions for non-graduates are included. But hurry, applications close on 31 May. Full details here: www.europarl.europa.eu/at-your-serv...

In an increasingly unpredictable world, working closely with our friends and allies across the globe is more important than ever. That’s why we’re in Yerevan today. To build the political will to tackle our shared challenges, together.

🏘️High-level event on the Housing Crisis in the EU🏘️ 🗓️ On Tuesday 5 May, Parliament and Commission will bring together policymakers, civil society and stakeholders to discuss the implementation of EU housing policy. Full programme & webstreaming⤵️ www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

No democracy without media freedom. "The European Parliament stands firm in defending free speech, protecting journalists, and acting to uphold media freedom. Because a free press is essential to every democracy". @president.europarl.europa.eu on World Press Freedom Day.

Ensure freedom of speech. Protect journalists. Safeguard democracy. This #WorldPressFreedomDay, @europarl.europa.eu reaffirms its unwavering commitment to making sure journalists can do their work safely. Free from threats, violence, and intimidation.

When it comes to sex, only a clear yes is a yes. Everything else is rape. In many EU countries, rape is still defined by violence or resistance. Parliament is pushing for an EU-wide definition of rape based on the absence of consent. Learn more: link.europa.eu/dN3kpd

Come celebrate Europe Day with us at the European Parliament in Brussels on 9 May and Strasbourg on 17 May! Have fun with interactive activities for all ages, learn something new about Europe, and ask questions to MEPs and experts. Learn more: link.europa.eu/dfDFfR

Europe faces new challenges and needs the resources to tackle them. Parliament is calling for an ambitious EU long-term budget that maintains support for agriculture and regional development and prepares for new challenges. Read more: link.europa.eu/nWq4Krv

MEPs are pushing for the Commission’s timely and effective enforcement of the EU’s Digital Markets Act and closer scrutiny of AI-driven search tools and cloud services. Learn more: link.europa.eu/WdJDNJ

MEPs express their full support for free, fair, competitive and peaceful parliamentary elections in Armenia in June 2026, while warning of Russian interference. Learn more: link.europa.eu/3yvdgh

MEPs adopted a resolution on developing minimum standards for so-called “finfluencer” communications to tackle aggressive marketing and online fraud. Learn more: link.europa.eu/hFPKXw

Parliament has adopted a resolution that condemns, in the strongest terms, the repeated brutal and deliberate Russian strikes on civilian targets in Ukraine. Learn more: link.europa.eu/mnd9md

A resolution has been adopted by MEPs asking for stronger EU action to protect companies, jobs and consumers from unfair competition by non-EU operators. Learn more: link.europa.eu/TfWqRV

In a vote in plenary, MEPs have taken stock of the fundamental rights situation in the EU in 2024 and 2025. Learn more: link.europa.eu/Q9kXrf

Today, we send a strong and clear message to women who want to run for office in Europe. Members of @europarl.europa.eu have just given their final green light to new rules allowing proxy voting in Plenary for MEPs during pregnancy and after giving birth.

Extremely proud that the Anti-Corruption Directive has now become a reality. From a proposal by @europarl.europa.eu to harmonised criminal laws that will be implemented across all EU Member States, this marks a major step forward in the fight against corruption.

MEPs have backed a single EU methodology for calculating greenhouse gas emissions from transport services. Learn more: link.europa.eu/ycrN9f

"A big milestone for a more modern and just Parliament." - @president.europarl.europa.eu Roberta Metsola. Plenary has approved the revision of the EU Electoral Act to enable female MEPs to delegate their voting rights before and after childbirth. Learn more: link.europa.eu/pXw3fP

The common charger era is finally here for laptops as well! As of today, new laptops must feature a USB-C port, under common charger rules. This means no more buying a new charger with every device, saving you money and reducing e-waste.

Parliament has endorsed updated rules to allow vulnerable developing countries to export goods to the EU with low or no tariffs. Learn more: link.europa.eu/FMTxyt

Parliament has adopted a report calling on the Commission to propose legislation establishing a common definition of rape based on freely given, informed, and revocable consent. Learn more: link.europa.eu/dN3kpd

MEPs have given their final green light to the first ever EU standards for the breeding, housing, traceability, import and handling of cats and dogs. Learn more: link.europa.eu/ycxrHy

Parliament has set out its position for negotiations with member states on the main figures and structure of the 2028-2034 EU long-term budget. Learn more: link.europa.eu/nWq4Kr

Signed ✍️ We are opening a new chapter in the relationship between @europarl.europa.eu and @ec.europa.eu. A stronger partnership for better results. Rooted in trust, transparency, and accountability, this agreement ensures we deliver more effectively for every European.

✍️ Signed. Stronger and more transparent engagement between @ec.europa.eu and @europarl.europa.eu is at the core of our new framework agreement. Because when citizens seek answers from Europe, they look to the European Union as a whole. link.europa.eu/WHHqDW

🔹 The EU long-term budget 🔹 The crisis in the Middle East and energy prices 🔹 Common definition of rape 🔹 Protection of dogs and cats All this and more in Parliament this week. See the full agenda: link.europa.eu/yH4Hb4

40 years of lessons learned 🇺🇦🕯️ On this day in 1986, Europe was shaken by the worst nuclear disaster in history. We honour the thousands of lives lost and condemn Russia's continuous attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

In uncertain times, some things should remain certain. Access to electricity is one of them. The electricity market reform has aimed to protect citizens from volatile prices and ensure stable energy supplies. More is coming from Parliament in response to the latest shock.

Let’s keep up the momentum in our support for Ukraine 🇪🇺🇺🇦

As Europe keeps pushing for a swift and lasting end to the war in Iran, we must also address our long-term energy security. That means investing in grids, resilient infrastructure, and secure supply chains. And ultimately achieving strategic autonomy.

Europe cannot face a new era with an outdated budget. On behalf of @europarl.europa.eu, my message to EU leaders in Nicosia was that Europe needs a budget that is fit for purpose and ready to deliver where and when it matters most.

Imagine that you spent a year writing a book, only to find that AI is distributing your text without your consent 🤯 In March, the European Parliament called to update copyright rules to protect creators. Today, on World Book and Copyright Day, we highlight authors' rights 📚

Glad that two months after @europarl.europa.eu voted for and signed the €90 billion support loan to Ukraine, EU Member States have today also cleared it. Now we must act with urgency to get these funds where they are needed most. Ukraine needs this support on the ground now.

Choosing renewable energy helps the planet recover. About a quarter of the EU's energy consumption in 2024 came from renewable sources. This Mother Earth Day, find out more about the EU’s work to boost this even more: link.europa.eu/rkQrJY

Where should the EU invest to create a better future for Europeans? Learn what’s at stake ahead of Parliament's vote next week on the EU long-term budget ↓

The European Parliament’s Positive Action Programme is an exciting job opportunity! It offers an additional pathway for persons with disabilities to join as contract agents. Applications are open until 6 May 2026 (12:00 CET). Apply: apply4ep.gestmax.eu/search/index...

How many have you visited? 👀 18 April was the International Day of Monuments and Sites. More than landmarks, they tell Europe’s story. A reminder to protect what connects us.

Europe must unite to solve its problems. Peacefully, and in a cooperative way. This was the key message behind the Treaty of Paris, which was signed on this day in 1951. A guarantee of peace that changed the course of history. Learn more: link.europa.eu/jWy44d

How are EU laws made? Three key players work together to come up with a plan, discuss, tweak and finally pass a law ✅ Find out how ↓

POV: you time travel to the European Parliament in the 90s. Different hairstyles, different people but the same goal: to shape European democracy. Take a trip down memory lane ↓

Pope Leo XIV is not only the shepherd of the Roman Catholic flock across the globe, but a symbol of moral courage and clarity in a time where such compasses are increasingly needed.   His voice is one that Europeans of all faiths - and none - listen to, appreciate and respect.

Yesterday, in a ceremony held in Brussels, 🇪🇸 Deaf (Sorda) took home the biggest audience film award in Europe: the 2026 LUX Audience Award. Director Eva Libertad accepted the award on behalf of the team. Learn more: link.europa.eu/8KYKF4

MEPs want a 10% increase in the EU long-term budget to support EU priorities. Learn more ↓

Congratulations to Deaf (Sorda), winner of the 2026 LUX Audience Award! The film, which is a Spanish production, was chosen by the people as their favourite among the 5 nominated films.

Also this week 14& 15 April 🗣️ AI Days with national parliaments Follow the session on Wednesday on “The AI Act: State of Implementation of National Sandboxes and Real-World Testing” organised by Brando Benifei & @mcnamaramep.bsky.social Details 🔗 link.europa.eu/k78RbJ

Who will win the 2026 LUX Audience Award? 🎥 Join us live today from Brussels as we celebrate European cinema and reveal this year’s laureate, chosen by both the public and Members of the European Parliament. Tune in today at 18:00 to follow the livestream 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGtB...